
•
Do not overload power strips or extension cords in order not to increase elec-
trocution or fire risk.
•
Comply with the operating instructions of the PLC devices.
•
Do not try to install PLC injector systems on electrical wirings without the
help of a competent electrician.
If in doubt concerning any of these rules or the condition of the electrical net-
work on which you wish to install the PLC network, it is recommended that you
contact a professional electrician or a PLC specialist.
Choosing a PLC Technology
As we saw in the previous chapters, there are several PLC technologies and specifi-
cations insofar as the IEEE 1901 standard is not available yet. Even though they
share some functionalities, these specifications have different characteristics. Only
the HomePlug consortium appears as a de facto PLC standard, since most devices
available on the market comply with this specification.
Table 10.1 summarizes criteria for the selection of the various PLC technologies
currently available.
Choosing Equipment
The prices of HomePlug 1.0 products have fallen drastically since the emergence of
HomePlug Turbo products, offering throughputs in keeping with current applica-
tion requirements. The emergence of HomePlug AV devices has in turn resulted in
falling HomePlug 1.0 and Turbo device prices.
For the requirements of current applications (broadcasting of IPTV, data and
voice Internet flows in the house), HomePlug AV devices seem to coincide with the
best throughput/budget ratio expected from domestic users.
Increasing network application throughput requests between terminals of a
domestic installation (network games, broadcasting of data flows, voice and video
between media hubs and receiving or display stations) or to receive the services
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Table 10.1 PLC Technology Choice Elements
PLC TECHNOLOGY PREFERRED USE AND FIELD OF APPLICATION
HomePlug
1.0, Turbo, AV
Home networks, Internet broadcasting, IP video streams (HomePlug
AV), audio broadcasting
Oxance
Professional networks, industrial applications, improved
service quality
BPL
PLC for the MV (medium voltage) electrical networks of local authori
-
ties
DS2
Professional networks, high rate home networks (voice, data, high defi
-
nition IP video)
Spidcom Professional networks, industrial applications, automotive PLC
Main.net PLC for the electrical networks of local authorities
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